I took off my jacket and plunged into the crowd, grabbing here, touching there.
Is this a bar?
This is heaven!
Someone shouted in my ear:
"Hey gorgeous! Can I buy you a drink?"
I stopped and turned to look at the guy.
Our eyes met, understanding each other instantly.
I sized him up.
Oh? Not bad at all.
I smiled slyly.
Then I slipped my hand into his belt and pulled him towards the bar.
Two drinks were served, and I immediately poured his drink into my glass.
Seeing his puzzled look, I smiled and said:
"Impairs functionality."
Everything flowed naturally, and we were about to leave the bar.
But as soon as we stepped out, we ran into Lucas Barnes.
I pretended not to see him, walking past him with the guy, but he grabbed my hand.
"Kelly Drew, are you that desperate?"
What was that tone, angry? Anxious? Sad?
"Let go, what's it to you?"
Lucas Barnes frowned, his voice heavy with sadness: "The kid's mom, the kid cried all night at home!"
I was about to speak when the guy next to me quickly said:
"Sorry, I didn't know you were married."
And then he fled back into the bar.
I was utterly bewildered.
"Lucas Barnes, are you crazy! What does this have to do with you!"
Losing my catch, who wouldn't be pissed?
"I..."